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The Best Adoption Books for Hopeful Adoptive Parents

Parenthood is one of the most fulfilling experiences in life—but like any great endeavor, it requires great preparation. New and soon-to-be parents must equip themselves with knowledge on how to properly care for a baby, as well as how to ... READ MORE

8 Resolutions for Birth Mothers in 2021

The start of a new year means a fresh start. For many, New Year’s is a time to reflect on the past year and consider resolutions and goals for the year ahead. The year 2020 was a tough one, but ... READ MORE

Can You Give a Baby Up for Adoption After Giving Birth?

Facing an unplanned pregnancy is one of the most difficult experiences a woman can face. If you have just given birth and realized you are not ready to become a parent, you may be feeling especially overwhelmed. You may have ... READ MORE

How to Make a Last-Minute Adoption Plan from the Hospital

Facing an unplanned pregnancy can be overwhelming. It can feel like a scary and lonely time in your life. Amidst everything you are feeling, you may be trying to decide on your options. You may be considering whether to place ... READ MORE

Expressing Gratitude: Adoption Gift Ideas for Birth Mother This Season

The holiday season is upon us. Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, there are many special, family-centered holidays that bring people together. While those gatherings may look a bit different in 2020, there are certainly other ways to celebrate the ... READ MORE

Why is Open Adoption Important to Birth Mothers?

Open adoption is the new norm. Today, over 95 percent of private, domestic adoptions involve some level of openness. Open adoption means that some form of contact or relationship exists between the birth parents and the adoptive family. For example, ... READ MORE

Hoda Kotb Reminds Us How Wonderful Adoption Is

“One of the things in my life I’ve always wanted was to be a mom.” - Hoda Kotb Hoda Kotb is a big advocate for adoption. The TODAY anchor and her longtime partner, Joel Schiffman, are the proud parents of ... READ MORE

10 Creative Things to Do for National Adoption Month

Fall is in the air. Thanksgiving is around the corner. November is here, and that also means it is National Adoption Month. Each year, adoptive families, birth parents, and professionals alike celebrate this meaningful observance and acknowledge the positive choice ... READ MORE

Adoption in “This is Us”: Season 4 Recap

"This is Us" has returned for season five. The fourth season of “This is Us” left fans yearning for more. The show, like many others, was forced to wrap early due to the outbreak of COVID-19. It still, however, managed ... READ MORE

Adopting During a Pandemic Part II: Danielle and Andy’s Story

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives forever. Today, we are all working together to stay safe and keep our loved ones close. We have changed our habits, our routines (per the CDC guidelines), and – in many ways – ... READ MORE

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  • They were so excited yesterday. I’m so happy for them, and this experience was honestly so much different then I expected. I feel blessed to be a part of this, and honored I was able to bring their baby into the world for them.

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    - Christina, a birth mother at Adoptions With Love

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    - Katrina, a birth mother who made a plan with Adoptions With Love

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